6 FUN FACTS ABOUT VOLLEYBALL TO MAKE YOUR MATCHES MORE CREATIVE
How much do you know about traditional, street, or beach volleyball beyond their rules? While you may be great at playing volleyball on a moment-to-moment basis, you should also try to learn more about the sport beyond that. Like any sport, volleyball has a long history of development, ever since it was first played at Massachusetts’ Springfield College in 1896 – did you know that for a fact?
Similarly, volleyball has spread across the globe and different countries and sports groups have spawned various leagues, tournaments, and other organizations with variations on the pre-existing rules. If you enjoy volleyball and love to play it with your friends, here are some of the most intriguing facts about the sport to keep in mind and share with them the next time you play!
1. Six Different Positions
There are six distinct positions in volleyball that you should know about as a player. Understanding the role of each position will help you organize your team with better chances of winning. Those positions are:
- Setter
- Outside Hitter
- Opposite Hitter
- Middle Hitter
- Libero
- Defensive Specialist
Of course, street-style volleyball is laxer with how many people are needed per team for a game to happen. Regardless, keep these positions in mind and discuss them with your team before the match begins.
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